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Household Chemical Waste Drop Off

 

The Village of Vernon Hills in cooperation with the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) will sponsor a chemical waste drop off on May 7th between the hours of 8:00 AM and 2:30 PM (Hours of operation subject to change). The event will be held at the Vernon Hills Metra Station located at 75 US Route 45.   For disposal of electronics and recycling information in Lake County please contact SWALCO .

Materials ACCEPTED at HCW Collections:
  • Oil-based Paint
  • Solvents
  • Unwanted Prescriptions, Medicines & Supplements
  • Motor Oil
  • Household Cleaners
  • Household Batteries (alkaline and rechargeable)
  • Antifreeze
  • Garden / Lawn Chemicals
  • Pool Chemicals
  • Asbestos
  • Fluorescent Light Bulbs
 
  • Old Gasoline
  • Fungicides
  • Insecticides
  • Pesticides
  • Metal Polishes
  • Paint Remover
  • Driveway Sealer
  • Drain Cleaner
  • Aerosol Products
  • Hobby Chemicals
  • Mercury (including thermometers and thermostats)
 

The following materials are NOT ACCEPTED at HCW Collections: 
  • Business / Institutional Wastes
  • Explosives / Ammunition
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Lead-acid Batteries
  • Tires
  • Latex Paint
  • Agricultural Chemicals
  • Fireworks
  • Propane Tanks
  • Smoke Detectors
  • Medical Wastes
  • Household Electronics

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